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SummaryAn angry and obscene talkback interchange was broadcast by Aotearoa National MaoriRadio on 14 October 1996 at about 2.00am.
Download a PDF of Decision No. 1993-144:Child and Aotearoa National Maori Radio - 1993-144 PDF230.01 KB
For the above reasons, the Authority upholds the complaint that the action taken by the National Pacific Radio Trust Inc in respect of a broadcast on Niu FM on 15 December 2006 was insufficient. [25] Having upheld a complaint, the Authority may make orders under sections 13 and 16 of the Broadcasting Act 1989.
Complaint [3] Losalini Dulakiverata complained to the National Pacific Radio Trust Inc (NPRT), the broadcaster, alleging that the item had breached the principles of balance and social responsibility. [4] The complainant argued that the item was unbalanced because the host had given Ms Asenaca “free rein to publicly justify racially discriminatory policies of the SDL government”.
and have read the correspondence listed in the Appendix.Background[5] The Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust is a charitable trust which was incorporated in 1984.
Download a PDF of Decision No. 1992-085:National Collective of Independent Women's Refuges Inc and Television New Zealand Ltd - 1992-085 PDF502.9 KB
Download a PDF of Decision No. 1990-019:Flook (on behalf of the New Zealand National Party) and Radio New Zealand Ltd - 1990-019 PDF467.22 KB
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SummaryThe impact on a young man of a false accusation of rape was examined in an item on60 Minutes, entitled "Cry Rape", broadcast at 7.30pm on 31 March 1996.The National Spokesperson of The National Collective of Rape Crisis and RelatedGroups of Aotearoa Inc, Ms Toni Allwood, who was interviewed on the programme,complained to Television New Zealand Ltd that the programme breached a number ofbroadcasting standards.
Summary [This summary does not form part of the decision.]The Authority has not upheld a complaint concerning an election programme for the National Party. The complainant considered the programme’s statement “only a party vote for National can change the government’” was misleading as ‘voting for National could change the government but it’s not the only way to change the government.’
Summary There was a tense debate at the Annual General Meeting of the Hero Trust, according to an item on Queer Nation broadcast on TV2 at 11.00pm on 5 October 1999. The meeting rejected a proposal to wind up the Trust, and a new Board was elected, the report continued. Several people who had been present at the meeting were interviewed.
Summary[This summary does not form part of the decision.]An item on The Nation examined the arguments of those in support of amending the legislation governing abortions in New Zealand. The item included interviews with women who had been through the process of obtaining an abortion, and featured comments from various other advocates for changing the law.
National Treasure is a drama series targeted at an adult audience. National Treasure tackled challenging issues of sexual assault and rape in the entertainment industry.
While it may have upset some viewers, this was a matter of editorial discretion rather than an issue of broadcasting standards.Not Upheld: Good Taste and Decency, AccuracyIntroduction[1] The Nation presenters wore poppy pins while they reported on ANZAC Day commemorations.
However, we consider neither was treated unfairly, taking into account the following factors:10Newshub Nation is an in-depth weekly current affairs show focusing on the major players and forces that shape New Zealand.11 The interviews raise important matters of public interest and political accountability. The two interviewees are Members of Parliament, experienced in dealing with the media, who could reasonably expect to be scrutinised in the manner which occurred.
It is a significant event in our nation’s history and of considerable concern to members of the public.
Summary [This summary does not form part of the decision.]In an episode of Rugby Nation, commentator Tony Johnson made a reference to Israel Folau using the phrase ‘the F word’. The Authority has not upheld a complaint that this breached the discrimination and denigration standard. The complainant argued that the broadcast was harmful to Mr and Mrs Folau. However, as two individuals they are not a recognised section of the community as required by the standard.
We note in particular the following factors which signalled the nature of the views expressed:Ms Miller referred to party rhetoric starting ‘to draw comparisons to white nationalism’, language which suggested analysis rather than fact.
Summary [This summary does not form part of the decision.]The Authority has not upheld a complaint about a segment of Newshub Nation which discussed the National Party’s top Members of Parliament (MPs) under then leader Todd Muller. In the segment, reporter Tova O’Brien asked ‘Why is it that all of these women do the mahi and then this dude gets the treat?’
But I think the question of whether it's realistic to expect of Hamas is a question that Hamas needs to answer and acknowledge… [4] The item then included an interview lasting approximately 9 minutes between Wright and Hector Sharp from United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), with the following relevant remarks: Wright: I spoke to Hector Sharp. He is a Kiwi and he's head of legal at the United Nations Relief and Works Agency in Gaza. Good morning.